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12 Reasons Why Pickleball May Be the Greatest Sport to Ever Come Along

January 11, 2024/in Blog

Whether or not you’ve taken to the court yet, it’s hard to escape the fastest-growing sport in the United States. Pickleball, the racket sport that’s a Badminton-Ping-Pong hybrid, seems to be everywhere! With its skyrocketing popularity and the demand for places to play, public parks are making renovations to create more courts to keep up […]

A Sign of the Times: JKV’s Iconic Clock Goes Digital

December 20, 2023/in Blog, General, News

The iconic red-neon John Knox Village name and clock that faced Interstate 95 from the west side of JKV’s 17-story Cassels Tower apartment building has been taken down after 35 years. It has been replaced with a glitzy, new, high-tech LED (Light-Emitting Diode) projecting sign, with features including full-colored lighting and programmable customized messaging. What […]

Festive Feast for the Holidays

December 14, 2023/in Blog

Please post pictures of your dishes on Facebook and tag us @johnknoxvillage. Let’s create a virtual feast and spread the joy of the holidays with our extended online community. Holiday Cheese Gougères This is a simple holiday appetizer, great to snack on just before dinner, and goes very well with a glass of Champagne. Ingredients: […]

Top 6 Holiday Scams & How Seniors Can Protect Themselves

November 28, 2023/in Blog

With the busy holiday season already upon us, it’s usually a joyous time to celebrate the festivities with friends and family, full of goodwill, giving, and cheer. Sadly, it’s also prime time for crooks and scammers to target consumers, and senior citizens often unwittingly open the door to being scammed. According to the AARP, in […]

Seniors: How Making Connections Improves Your Social Life, and Your Health

September 21, 2023/in Blog

We’ve often heard about the benefits of having an active social life, especially as we age. A recent study cited in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry indicates there may be more truth to that than previously understood. According to the study, older adults who experience more positive social interactions each day report feeling a […]

When Should I Downsize? Why Now Might Be the Right Time

August 10, 2023/in Blog

As seniors step into retirement, they’re often at a crossroads about where they’d like to live as their needs change. Given the emotional attachment many people have to their homes, it’s understandable why anyone would be reluctant to consider a move without an imminent reason to do so. But the reality is a larger home […]

7 Great Reasons for Older Adults to Own a Pet

May 3, 2023/in Blog

American humorist Josh Billings once said, “A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.” Given that as we get older, we may be looking for ways to lighten our responsibilities, some people may wonder – are pets good for seniors? If you’re currently a pet owner or […]

Why a Life Plan Retirement Community is a Wise Investment

April 14, 2023/in Blog

The decision to move to a Life Plan Retirement Community (also known as Continuing Care Retirement Community, or CCRC) is a wise investment in many ways, especially when older adults consider where they would like to age well with purpose, and what a perfect life looks like in retirement. Many Life Plan Communities (LPCs) offer […]

Seniors Have a New Option for Living Well: Life Plan Communities

March 17, 2023/in Blog

If you’re an active senior, the decision about whether or not to move to a senior living community can be overwhelming, especially when there are so many options. It’s important to understand what each option offers. Here’s a closer look at each one. Aging in Place Many people feel they want to stay in their […]

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